MAY 17, 1993

Full News Archive

• Headline: Explore Arts and Crafts in Park Hill. Impact: The couple's obsession with Arts and Crafts furniture eventually led to the first-ever 'Designated Furniture District' in Yonkers, where tourists now flock to take selfies with vintage chairs. Who knew a love for wood could alter the course of tourism?. Fact: Did you know that Norman and Debbey's obsession with furniture started when they realized they had too many chairs and not enough excuses to buy more?.
• Headline: Adjusting the Game: Historical Changes in Baseball. Impact: Jim Kaat's quote became a rallying cry for disgruntled fans, resulting in a fan-led movement to reform baseball—leading to the introduction of 'Justice and Sympathy' nights at stadiums where umpires apologize for bad calls. Now that's a game-changer!. Fact: Did you know that Kaat's quote is often used by coaches when they realize their teams are losing? It's like comfort food for the soul... if your soul enjoys the taste of despair..
• Headline: New Shorelines and New Rules to Restrict Hamptons Beachgoers. Impact: The new restrictions led to the invention of 'beach yoga on the go'—a trend that made it impossible to find a spot on the beach without tripping over a mat. The only thing more flexible than the rules are the poses of the beachgoers.. Fact: Did you know that Hamptons beachgoers once tried to start a petition for a 'VIP access' beach just for them? Because nothing says 'exclusive' like sand between your toes..
• Headline: Road Plan at Hatchery Upsets Naturalists. Impact: The upset naturalists banded together to form a powerful environmental lobby, leading to the rise of eco-friendly road signs that read, 'Nature: 1, Cars: 0.' Traffic jams now come with a side of guilt.. Fact: Did you know that the accidents on Route 25A led to a new trend of 'Scenic Route Driving,' where people go out of their way to avoid roads with a history of mishaps? It's like an adventure in safety!.
• Headline: Your Own Account; Small-Company Retirement Goals. Impact: The mass exodus to small businesses triggered a nationwide 'make your own pension' movement, leading to countless DIY retirement plans that were as viable as a paper mache boat. Spoiler alert: they don't float.. Fact: Did you know that many small-business owners still think 'retirement' is just an elaborate scam cooked up by the big corporations to keep them working? Because who needs relaxation anyway?.
• Headline: MUSIC; Elysian Trio's Concert to Honor College President. Impact: The concert sparked a trend in colleges to honor presidents with elaborate performances, resulting in a new tradition where students play 'Pomp and Circumstance' every time a president enters a room. Because nothing says 'leadership' like a live band.. Fact: Did you know that Dr. Magill once tried to conduct an orchestra himself? It ended in chaos, but hey, at least the students learned how to improvise!.
• Headline: Brown Bag Lunch Leads to an Agenda. Impact: The lunch meetings turned into a nationwide phenomenon, leading to 'Brown Bag Summits' where serious topics are discussed over sandwiches. Most outcomes involve more snacks and less action, but at least they’re well fed!. Fact: Did you know that the first brown bag lunch was actually invented by a group of hungry historians? They figured they'd get more work done if they didn't have to leave for lunch. Spoiler: they didn't..
• Headline: DINING OUT; The Rustic Charms of an Old Gristmill. Impact: The romanticized gristmill dining experience led to a resurgence of 'farm-to-table' restaurants, where patrons now pay extra for the privilege of eating food that was grown in the dirt they just walked over. Who knew mud could be gourmet?. Fact: Did you know that the Inn at Millrace Pond was once a real working gristmill? Now it’s just a fancy place to eat overpriced pancakes. Welcome to modern dining!.